ON DECK
The Illinois State softball team returns home this weekend to host the Southern Illinois Salukis for a three-game series at Marian Kneer Stadium. Friday's doubleheader begins at 2 p.m. CT, with the series finale set for Saturday at 2 p.m. CT. Illinois State holds a narrow 79–77 lead in the all-time series, though Southern Illinois has won the last six meetings. The Salukis currently sit atop the Missouri Valley Conference standings at 5–0, while the Redbirds are close behind in third at 5–1. Game three of the series will be streamed on ESPN+.
LAST TIME OUT
Illinois State swept Drake in a three-game series last weekend.